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Slow Cooker Chuck Roast


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A tender and flavorful slow-cooked chuck roast with caramelized onions and rich gravy.


Ingredients

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  • 34 lbs chuck roast
  • 3 large yellow onions, sliced
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 45 sprigs fresh thyme
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pat chuck roast dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add sliced onions to the pot with a pinch of salt. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, until caramelized, about 25–30 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add balsamic vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze and simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Return the roast to the pot. Pour in beef broth and add thyme sprigs. Bring to a simmer.
  7. Cover and transfer to a preheated 300°F oven. Cook for 3 to 3 hours until fork-tender.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest 10–15 minutes. Slice and serve with onion gravy.

Notes

  • Optional: Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the gravy.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 50g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg